Ben Whiteman vs Nicolai Poulsen
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Ben Whiteman leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Nicolai Poulsen is stronger in assists / 90 and pass accuracy %. Overall, Ben Whiteman holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (1.7 key passes/90), active in the tackle (1.9 tackles/90), penetrates with forward passing (10.1 final-third passes/90), heavily involved in play (64 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (8.0/90) and active off the ball (2.4 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Metronome. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90), active in the tackle (1.9 tackles/90), penetrates with forward passing (10.8 final-third passes/90), heavily involved in play (70 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.7/90) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Ben Whiteman | Nicolai Poulsen | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.05 | 0.00 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.12 | 0.17 | Nicolai |
| Shots / 90 | 0.94 | 0.76 | Ben |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.66 | 1.01 | Ben |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 10.04 | — | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.02 | — | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.30 | 1.01 | Ben |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.43 | 2.16 | Ben |
| Pass accuracy % | 74.70 | 80.70 | Nicolai |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Ben Whiteman or Nicolai Poulsen?
Ben Whiteman leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Nicolai Poulsen is stronger in assists / 90 and pass accuracy %. Overall, Ben Whiteman holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
How is this comparison calculated?
Rising Transfers compares players using per-90 statistics normalised for playing time, combined with DNA playing style vectors built from 47 performance dimensions. This ensures fair comparison regardless of team, league, or playing time. Learn more about our comparison methodology →
What are their market values?
Ben Whiteman has a market value of €1.7M, while Nicolai Poulsen is valued at N/A.